Security Guides
Security Matters Guides
These guides and resources cover various topics to help students, staff, and faculty be at the top of their cybersecurity game, and protect their important data. This page includes topics such as passwords, emails, spotting scams, and staying safe online. This page is updated with new resources regularly.
The Basics:
- Security Checklist - at Work and at Home
- Cybersecurity Tips (StaySafeOnline.org) | video 1:17
Passwords and Authentication:
- Tip Sheet - Multifactor Authentication
- Strong Password Tips & Advice
- Duo MFA (faculty, staff, and student employees)
Email:
- Tip Sheet - Phishing
- Five Ways to Spot a Phish
- How Phishy is That Email? (interactive)
- Report Phishing or Spam [Google] [Outlook 2019]
Devices:
Scams:
- Gift Card Scams (FTC resource)
- Imposter Scams (FTC resource)
- IRS Scam Aimed at Colleges (FTC resource)
- Job Scams(FTC resource)
- Tech Support Scams (FTC resource)
Identity Theft:
Social Media:
Policies and Compliance:
Visit OIT's Policies and Standards page to read the applicable policies for online safety. Have questions about complying with data standards, such as FERPA, HIPAA, and GDPR? Visit the Data Privacy & Compliance office!